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Learn from industry-experienced faculty from a wide range of backgrounds in business, nonprofits, ad agencies, and more.
Complete a program that equips you for senior-level positions in strategic communication.
Maryville University’s mission is to provide access and opportunity to those who are brave enough to make their dreams a reality. Since 1872, Maryville University has offered a high-quality, student-centered educational experience to its students, by providing personalized, comprehensive support; a practical, future-focused education; and accessible, highly experienced faculty.
TuitionUS$27,864Tuition and fees are subject to change, and may increase each academic year. Tuition does not include student fees, technology platform licensing, or support services. Learners are also responsible for travel and accommodation costs related to any in-person immersions or residentials, if applicable.
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In the Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Leadership program, you’ll engage in a range of relevant course topics, from financial management to healthcare technology. Develop skills in public relations, social media, marketing, community relations, event planning, and fundraising.
Learn how to analyze today’s trends and anticipate tomorrow’s, with the option to specialize your degree to further enhance your skill set.
Access a master’s curriculum that prepares you to earn certifications from Google, Salesforce and HubSpot.
Build a foundation of skills in areas like digital media campaigns, crisis management, SEO, and social media and visual communication.
Choose the courses most relevant to your interests and goals by picking your own electives.
Maryville University’s Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Leadership program offers three start dates per year, so you can apply and start learning sooner than you think. No application fees or GMAT/GRE scores are required.
To be eligible for admission, you will need a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. You will need to submit the following materials to apply:
Simplified, no-cost online application
Official high school transcript (Maryville will request transcripts for you.)
English proficiency scores (International applicants may be required to submit scores that meet a certain threshold.)
At Maryville University, our faculty are seasoned leaders in their fields. They are more than scholars — they are active industry professionals who bring their experiences and knowledge into the classroom.
As a Maryville Online student in the Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Leadership program, you will learn from and collaborate with industry-experienced faculty — and prepare for a senior-level position in public relations, advertising and marketing communications.